$831+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Nairobi
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — NBO
Jul 9 — Jul 161
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2210:35 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops29h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/291:20 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops26h 01m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/8![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,171
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/86:55 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops32h 55m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/291:20 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops30h 44m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/8![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,186
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2510:26 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops35h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/67:05 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops43h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,203
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2110:35 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops36h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/291:20 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops26h 01m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/8![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,225
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2310:35 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops29h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/291:20 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops30h 44m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/8![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,242
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/203:22 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops21h 18m
United Airlines
Thu 9/2410:20 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops33h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/8![United Airlines logo]()
$1,290
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/83:22 pm
DSM
- NBO
3 stops23h 03m
United Airlines
Wed 9/3010:50 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops47h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/5![United Airlines logo]()
$1,313
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/251:55 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops32h 50m
Qatar Airways
Sun 9/68:15 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops41h 33m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/8![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,321
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/213:22 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops21h 18m
Lufthansa
Wed 9/3011:40 pm
NBO
- DSM
3 stops46h 35m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/5![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,351
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/88:00 am
DSM
- NBO
3 stops28h 35m
Air Canada
Wed 9/3011:40 pm
NBO
- DSM
3 stops29h 43m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/8![Air Canada logo]()
$1,390
Best flights from Des Moines to NairobiDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Nairobi that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 9, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Nairobi that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 9, 2026.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/810:26 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops29h 24m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/291:20 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops26h 01m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/5![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,171
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/222:44 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops31h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/307:05 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops38h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,203
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/203:22 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops21h 18m
United Airlines
Thu 9/2410:20 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops33h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/8![United Airlines logo]()
$1,290
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2510:26 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops35h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/67:05 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops43h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,203
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/83:22 pm
DSM
- NBO
3 stops23h 03m
United Airlines
Wed 9/3010:50 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops47h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/5![United Airlines logo]()
$1,313
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/228:00 am
DSM
- NBO
3 stops30h 25m
United Airlines
Wed 9/3010:50 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops47h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/8![United Airlines logo]()
$1,314
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to NairobiDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Nairobi. Data last updated June 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Nairobi. Data last updated June 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/126:00 am
DSM
- NBO
3 stops32h 25m
United Airlines
Sat 6/2011:40 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops27h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/6![United Airlines logo]()
$1,479
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/147:02 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops34h 38m
Qatar Airways
Mon 6/228:15 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops42h 24m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/8![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,611
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/146:00 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops30h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/2210:20 pm
NBO
- DSM
3 stops51h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,723
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/197:04 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops27h 01m
Etihad Airways
Sun 7/261:35 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops42h 34m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4![Etihad Airways logo]()
$1,608
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/207:04 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops27h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/277:05 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops49h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,760
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/231:41 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops44h 24m
Etihad Airways
Sun 8/97:00 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops31h 41m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/8![Etihad Airways logo]()
$1,635
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/231:41 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops44h 24m
Etihad Airways
Thu 7/307:00 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops37h 09m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/8![Etihad Airways logo]()
$1,700
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/238:53 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops30h 57m
Qatar Airways
Sun 8/98:15 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops47h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/6![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,738
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/269:41 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops37h 04m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/108:15 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops41h 37m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/4![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,654
One-way flights from Des Moines to NairobiSearch for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Nairobi. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 9, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Nairobi. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 9, 2026.
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/238:53 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops37h 52m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/8![Qatar Airways logo]()
$831
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/56:00 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops30h 40m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/5![Lufthansa logo]()
$896
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/56:00 am
DSM
- NBO
3 stops30h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/5![United Airlines logo]()
$1,038
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/237:35 am
DSM
- NBO
3 stops29h 00m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/8![Air Canada logo]()
$1,528
Find flight deals from Des Moines to Nairobi
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Nairobi (NB0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 9, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,171 (oojo) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $831 (Gotogate) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $1,505 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Nairobi that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2026.
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Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Tue 9/8
10:26 am-11:50 pm
2 stops29h 24m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Tue 9/29
1:20 am-7:21 pm
2 stops26h 01m
$1,171
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Tue 9/22
2:44 pm-6:10 am
2 stops31h 26m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Wed 9/30
7:05 am-1:59 pm
2 stops38h 54m
$1,203
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Tue 8/25
10:26 am-6:10 am
2 stops35h 44m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Sun 9/6
7:05 am-6:41 pm
2 stops43h 36m
$1,203
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Sun 9/20
3:22 pm-8:40 pm
2 stops21h 18m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Thu 9/24
10:20 pm-11:35 pm
2 stops33h 15m
$1,290
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Tue 9/8
3:22 pm-10:25 pm
3 stops23h 03m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Wed 9/30
10:50 pm-2:15 pm
2 stops47h 25m
$1,313
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Tue 9/22
8:00 am-10:25 pm
3 stops30h 25m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Wed 9/30
10:50 pm-2:15 pm
2 stops47h 25m
$1,314
Cheapest one-way
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Thu 7/23
8:53 am-6:45 am
2 stops37h 52m
$831
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Sun 7/5
6:00 am-8:40 pm
2 stops30h 40m
$896
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Sun 7/5
6:00 am-8:40 pm
3 stops30h 40m
$1,038
Quickest one-way
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Thu 7/23
7:35 am-8:35 pm
3 stops29h 00m
$1,528
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Reviews of airlines servicing Nairobi
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nairobi. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Nairobi. Reviews last updated June 9, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,Qatar Airways, andUnited Airlines from Des Moines to Nairobi. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$741 | Average$1,550 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$917 | Average$1,070 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$1,036 | Average$1,277 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$1,047 | Average$1,593 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |